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PDP Scrambles for Survival as Mass Defections Spark Emergency Meeting
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) is grappling with a wave of high-profile defections, particularly from its traditional base in the South-South region, prompting the National Working Committee (NWC) to summon an emergency meeting for Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Wadata Plaza, Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The party’s instability deepened after Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, and the entire Delta State PDP structure switched allegiance to the All Progressives Congress (APC) — a political upheaval now dubbed “Hurricane Tinubu.” They were joined by Deputy Governor Monday Onyeme, state commissioners, and numerous local leaders, dealing a serious blow to the PDP’s strength in the region.
Amid mounting criticism, PDP’s Acting National Chairman, Ambassador Umar Damagum, faces growing pressure as internal discontent and unresolved disputes over party roles further cripple the once-dominant party. The Board of Trustees remains inactive, compounding leadership vacuum issues that have persisted since 2023.
At the critical NWC meeting, leaders are expected to deliberate on strategies to:
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Curtail the ongoing defections
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Organize the upcoming Congress and National Elective Convention
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Plan for the National Executive Committee (NEC) gathering
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Devise robust measures to reposition the party ahead of the 2027 general elections
Senator Samuel Anyanwu, recently reinstated as the PDP National Secretary by a Supreme Court verdict, confirmed his attendance despite strained relations with the PDP Governors Forum.
Meanwhile, senior party figures such as Timothy Osadolor and Diran Odeyemi have called for sincere reconciliation efforts and urged PDP governors to intervene decisively to prevent the party from total collapse.
APC Celebrates PDP’s Troubles
The APC leadership, including National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje and Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma, is preparing to welcome Oborevwori, Okowa, and other defectors with a grand rally in Asaba today. Party officials Bala Ibrahim and Emma Eneukwu hailed the influx as a major victory for the APC’s 2027 aspirations.
Presidency’s Position
Reacting to the political realignment, Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga asserted that the defections were purely voluntary and denied allegations of President Bola Tinubu engineering a one-party state. He emphasized that the opposition’s internal disorganization, not government pressure, was the root cause of their troubles, reiterating the Presidency’s commitment to a vibrant democratic system.
Crisis in Akwa Ibom
In Akwa Ibom State, Governor Umo Eno is reportedly considering a move to the APC. However, his predecessor Udom Emmanuel’s loyalty to the PDP presents a formidable obstacle, with sources indicating that Eno lacks sufficient political muscle to successfully defect without Emmanuel’s endorsement. This brewing confrontation threatens to further destabilize the PDP’s hold on the state.
Bamidele Kehinde, Director of Dynamic Ambassadors for Social Orientation Initiatives and the City Transformation Project, has expressed appreciation to the Federal Government of Nigeria for its efforts in securing the release of Pastor Benjamin Egbaji, who was reportedly held in detention in the Republic of Benin for over two years under difficult conditions.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Pastor Egbaji, a Nigerian cleric, was said to have endured harsh treatment during his detention, including prolonged confinement. His release followed a presidential pardon granted by the authorities in Benin Republic under President Patrice Talon.
Speaking on News Central TV, Dr. Kehinde praised the diplomatic efforts that led to the cleric’s freedom, describing the process as lengthy and challenging. He noted that significant progress was achieved after Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu was appointed Minister of State for Foreign Affairs.
He stated that although there was no personal connection or financial influence involved, the minister actively engaged Benin Republic authorities through diplomatic channels. According to him, her visit and negotiations played a key role in securing Pastor Egbaji’s release.
Dr. Kehinde also commended all individuals and institutions that contributed to the advocacy efforts, including Moses Eyo, Dickson Umu Unung, the Cross River State Government, CP Alobi Lawrence (rtd), Joseph Bisong Ayi, Blessing Harrison, Eze Sampson, and Rt. Hon. Legor Idagbo.
He said their combined efforts were instrumental in achieving the cleric’s freedom.
He added that while Egbaji’s release is a major relief, the cleric now faces the task of recovering and rebuilding his life after years of hardship. He called for continued support to help him reintegrate into society.
Dr. Kehinde also urged stronger government commitment to protecting Nigerian citizens abroad and enhancing diplomatic engagement across West Africa to prevent similar cases in the future.
The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire, and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has provided an update on its ongoing nationwide recruitment exercise.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The board stated that 1,120,491 applications were successfully completed and processed, allowing candidates to proceed to the computer-based test (CBT) stage.
It also disclosed that 432,935 applications were left incomplete, while 360,923 applicants were disqualified during screening and shortlisting for failing to meet the required criteria.
In total, the recruitment exercise recorded over 1.8 million applications across the country.
The exercise covers agencies under the board, including the Nigeria Immigration Service, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Federal Fire Service, and the Nigeria Correctional Service.
CDCFIB also released a breakdown of CBT performance, showing that 221,996 candidates scored between 0–40, 229,155 scored between 41–60, 278,543 scored between 61–80, while 142,697 scored between 81–100.
The recruitment process is now expected to move to the next stage, which includes physical screening and document verification. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with details of their screening venues, dates, and required documents.
The board reiterated that the entire process is free of charge and advised applicants to rely only on official communication channels for updates, warning against misinformation and unauthorized messages circulating online.
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has confirmed that its Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI conducted precise airstrikes in the Yuwe axis of the Sambisa Forest, resulting in the elimination of several terrorist elements on Monday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
This was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja by the Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, who noted that military operations in the North-East continue to maintain strong pressure on insurgent groups.
He explained that the operation was based on credible intelligence, supported by Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) activities, which identified active terrorist presence within fortified positions and underground hideouts.
According to him, NAF air platforms successfully engaged the targets using precision-guided munitions, destroying the structures, neutralising multiple terrorists, and dismantling key logistics facilities. This was later confirmed through battle damage assessments.
The statement added that sustained air operations have continued to weaken terrorist networks, disrupting their activities and forcing them into more defensive and unstable responses.
The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, also reiterated the Air Force’s commitment to maintaining continuous, intelligence-driven operations aimed at completely neutralising terrorist threats.
He further assured that the NAF remains focused on protecting its personnel, safeguarding national security, and ensuring the safety of citizens, while continuing precision operations in line with strict rules of engagement to minimise civilian impact.
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